Hi there!
I've done two craft shows in the past, but for both I've only sold my art prints. Now that I've added clothing, too, I'm trying to figure out how to prepare for a craft show in two weeks! Also- I am debuting a new line of baby headbands and hair accessories at the show, so I have no idea how much inventory to bring! I'd appreciate anyone's advice!
Here's my plan so far:
For the clothing:
1. I am bringing samples of my top selling bodysuits and brother/sister shirts, as well as bibs - I ordered the etsy reader so if people are interested they can place orders for these items. (My bodysuits and shirts are made to order, so I don't want to waste blank inventory that won't sell in my shop in the future)
2. I am bringing 2-3 of each type of sleeper gown and hat sets that I have in my shop. These will be ready made for people to purchase ($25) at the craft show
3. I am also bringing 2 of each type of large 6 piece gift set I have in my shop ( It includes a sleeper gown, an infant hat, an organic cotton bib, a burp cloth, a 6M bodysuit, and a blanket). These will also be ready made for people to purchase ($84) at the craft show. I figure if these higher priced items don't sell, at least I will have ready made sets for the holiday etsy season.
4. I am also bringing ready made girl and boy hoodies that I have in my shop in a variety of sizes (these haven't been selling in my etsy shop, so I will try to sell them in person) for $30.
For the headbands:
I thought I would create a variety of styles and then make each style in a variety of sizes. Since I haven't sold these yet, though, I have no idea what size is the most popular selling headband. I'm assuming 3-6 months and 6-12 months, maybe even 12-18. But maybe also newborn?? Help please! :-)
For my art prints:
I have some random art prints from previous craft shows that I'm trying to destash so these will be sold at a discounted price.
How does that sound? It's so hard prepping for something when you don't know how much traffic you will get! I've only sold a couple of art prints at my previous shows but I'm thinking the clothing and headbands will be more popular.
Any and all advice is truly appreciated!! Also - if anyone has any advice on the best way to display these items I'd GREATLY appreciate it!!!
Thanks!! You guys rock!!!! ps - I'm also going to ask this in the forums :)
